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Gigantic sculptures at St. James Court Art Show
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — One of the largest art shows is back in Louisville this weekend.
The St. James Court Art Show returned for its 66th year in a row.
Joe Autry, 44, has been sculpting since he was 17 years old. He started out in bronze sculpting and for the last 15 years he has made chainsaw wood carving his full-time job.
“I really like extreme things, and, you know, carving with a chainsaw seems pretty extreme, so it’s kind of exciting. It stays exciting,” Autry said. “Every day that I’m carving is exciting.”
He said he saves trees from local developers who are going to turn the trunks to mulch, so that way he can turn the trunks into art.
“A lot of my sculptures are influenced by maybe some mythological stories or legends or different practices,” he said. “I’m also a yoga practitioner, so I’m really interested in eastern philosophies.”
The Louisville native is one of 600 artists at this year’s St. James Court Art Show. This is his third year at the show.
“I guess the most interesting one right now is this cobra over here, it’s my most recent piece,” Autry said. “It’s a nine-foot cobra that I finished a day before the event and so I enjoy that piece the most right now.”
He said it takes anywhere from weeks to months to finish a piece, and when it’s done, it’s bittersweet.
“You know, after every project that, it’s kind of like, oh, it’s over. But then, there’s always a new one that’s coming up on the horizon, just like a sunrise,” he said.
You can find his artwork around the commonwealth in parks and museums.
“Kind of a never a dull moment unless you don’t know how to sharpen your saw,” he said.
You can check out Autry’s work at the art show this weekend. The art show attracts roughly 250,000 people on average every year and admission is free.
Experience elite Native American art with return of Cherokee Art Market Oct. 14-15
TULSA – A celebration of authentic Native art, Cherokee Art Market returns to Hard Rock Tulsa Oct 14-15. At one of the largest Native American art markets in the state, guests will enjoy the authentic work of 150 elite Native American artists from across the country.
“The list of artists accepted into the 2023 Cherokee Art Market is exceptional, and each year it grows stronger with more diversity in the categories and more tribal nations represented,” said Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. “Visitors will see the works of talented creators across Indian Country. We are so proud of this market – one of the most respected juried art markets in the nation – and what it means for our artisan community, as well as the local economic impact it provides annually.”
More than 40 tribes will be represented at the 18th annual Cherokee Art Market, with artwork ranging from beadwork, pottery, paintings, basketry, sculptures, textiles and more.
Guests can meet directly with each juried artist and learn more about their work. In addition, the market will feature cultural demonstrations, presentations and conversations with some of the nation’s top Native American artists each day.
“As we approach nearly two decades of Cherokee Art Market, we can’t help but be incredibly proud of how this event has grown and evolved,” said Donna Tinnin, senior manager of programs and events for Cherokee Nation Cultural Tourism. “One thing that has always stood out is our immersive cultural demonstrations that enhance the guest experience. This year we are expanding those efforts to include featured presentations and conversations with key industry stakeholders like our friends at the Indian Arts and Crafts Board. We look forward to providing an entertaining, educational and engaging experience for all.”
Participating artists also compete for their share of more than $75,000 in prize money and top honors and special recognition such as the Best of Show, Innovator Award, Culture Keeper and more awarded across nearly 30 categories.
An opening reception will be held in the Sky Room at Hard Rock Tulsa on Friday, Oct. 13, at 7 p.m. to welcome artists and announce winning work. The public is welcome to attend the reception for $35 per person. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door.
Cherokee Art Market is presented by Cherokee Nation Businesses. Co-sponsors include Native American Art Magazine and Tulsa People.
The family-friendly event is open to the public 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Sequoyah Convention Center at Hard Rock Tulsa. Admission is only $5 at the door.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is located off Interstate 44 at exit 240. For more information, visit www.hardrockcasinotulsa.com.
Sunset Heights opens doors to history with 19th annual home tour and art market
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — On Saturday, the historic Sunset Heights Neighborhood hosted its 19th Annual Tour of Homes offering visitors a glimpse into the captivating history of seven historic homes.
Hal Marcus Gallery, located at 1308 N. Oregon Street hosted an exclusive pop-up art market featuring local artists’ works for visitors touring the homes.
Established in 1901, Sunset Heights stands as one of the nation’s earliest master-planned communities.
This neighborhood boasts a wealth of history and distinctive architectural designs.
The 19th Annual Tour of Homes provided a unique opportunity for the community to explore El Paso’s most historically significant neighborhood, showcasing meticulously preserved and renovated homes that offer a distinctive urban living experience in the heart of downtown.
Featured Homes:
Burges House – 603 W. Yandell
Sunset Parlor – 1307 N. Oregon St.
Poessiger Home – 604 Stewart Ct. (first-time inclusion)
The Woman’s Club of El Paso – 1400 N. Mesa
Kohlberg House / Fischer Home – 525 Corto Way
Trost House / McGregor Home – 1013 W. Yandell Dr.
The Sunset Heights Neighborhood Improvement Association, in organizing this event, showcased the architectural heritage and historical significance of this charming neighborhood.
Proceeds from the tour supported ongoing efforts to restore and enhance the neighborhood’s integrity.
Sunset Heights stands among the earliest planned neighborhoods in the United States.
Many of its homes date back to the early 1900s and boast renowned architects such as Henry C. Trost, Edward Kneezel, and Mabel Welch according to organizers.
Funds raised from this event contribute to the Sunset Neighborhood Improvement Association’s mission to continually restore and enhance the neighborhood’s character and appeal.
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Deborah Turbeville captivating fashion photography remembered in new book
American photographer Deborah Turbeville’s work has intrigued and captivated audiences for decades. Her brooding, almost surreal fashion photography landed her a job at Harper Bazaar in the 1970s and has since been celebrated for her evocative, dreamlike imagery. Five decades later, and commemorating the tenth anniversary of her death, her latest book Deborah Turbeville: Photocollage shines a spotlight on the area of work that makes her an iconic artistic powerhouse – her photo collages.
Unlike her contemporaries in fashion photography, Turbeville approached her craft with a deliberate sense of playfulness. She used techniques such as xeroxing, cutting, scraping, pinning prints together, and even writing in the margins to create narrative sequences that transcend the confines of single, glossy images. Her work occupies a liminal space between art and commerce, challenging traditional notions of fashion photography.
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This collection of 180 images is the result of extensive research from the Deborah Turbeville archive. The carefully curated publication showcases a diverse range of commercial and personal projects, with many previously unpublished images. It features insightful texts contributed by Vince Aletti, Anna Tellgren, and Felix Hoffmann, offering readers a deeper understanding of how Turbeville redefined fashion photography on her own terms. Her work, in contrast to the stereotypes assigned by male photographers, presents a more nuanced and authentic portrayal of femininity rather than the highly sexualized images we are so used to seeing.
Born in Boston, Massachusetts in 1934, Deborah Turbeville sadly passed away in 2013 leaving an indelible mark on the world of fashion photography. Her work graced the pages of renowned publications such as Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Nova, and The New York Times.
Nathalie Herschdorfer, Director of Photo Elysee-Museum of Photography in Lausanne, Switzerland, has played a crucial role in the creation of this remarkable book. Known for her books Coming into Fashion, Afterwards: Contemporary Photography Confronting the Past, and Body: The Photography Book, Herschdorfer’s insightful introduction delves into the professional and personal life of Turbeville, highlighting her successes and celebrating her contribution to photography.
Deborah Turbeville: Photocollage is an essential book for any coffee table with modern relevance to those with a passion for fashion photography and the female gaze. It invites readers to explore the artistic innovation and timeless allure of Turbeville’s work, cementing her place as a visionary photographer who transcended boundaries and challenged conventions. As we embrace her legacy, we can appreciate her enduring influence on the art of photography and the ever-evolving landscape of fashion. Copies will be available from published Thames & Hudson from October 12 in the UK, and in November in the US, for £55/$75/AU$110.
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